The Managing Director of Galaxy Backbone, Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, says the organisation is positioning itself to become one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading digital transformation institutions as it marks 20 years of driving Nigeria’s digital infrastructure development.
Speaking at a media briefing to launch activities commemorating Galaxy Backbone’s 20th anniversary, Adeyanju said the milestone offered an opportunity to reflect on the vision that has shaped Nigeria’s digital journey, celebrate past achievements and renew commitment towards building a more connected digital future.
He noted that Galaxy Backbone was established following a strategic decision by the Federal Government to create a shared digital infrastructure platform capable of connecting government institutions, improving efficiency and enhancing public service delivery.
“The vision was simple but powerful, to create a connected government, to eliminate duplication, to improve efficiency, to enhance service delivery, and to build a digital foundation capable of supporting Nigeria’s long-term development aspirations,” he said.
According to Adeyanju, that vision has evolved over two decades into one of Nigeria’s most strategic digital assets, providing the technological backbone that supports government operations, secure communications and critical national systems.
He disclosed that Galaxy Backbone’s fibre infrastructure now spans almost 30 states of the federation, connecting public institutions and enabling digital governance, while its Uptime-certified Tier III and Tier IV data centres provide secure and resilient environments for hosting mission-critical applications.
The Managing Director said the organisation’s One Government Cloud platform and other shared digital services have helped government institutions access scalable technology solutions without incurring the high costs of building independent infrastructure.
“We have delivered platforms such as Govmail, our homegrown official government email, collaboration tools, hosting services, connectivity solutions and shared applications that support thousands of public servants and hundreds of institutions every day,” he stated.
Adeyanju stressed that the true value of Galaxy Backbone is measured not by infrastructure assets alone but by their impact on governance and national development.
“The true value of Galaxy Backbone is measured by impact, faster government services, improved collaboration between institutions, enhanced transparency and accountability, stronger cybersecurity and digital trust, better access to information, reduced duplication of investments, and ultimately improved service delivery to the citizens of Nigeria,” he said.
Looking ahead, he identified artificial intelligence, cloud computing, automation, data analytics, blockchain technology and cybersecurity as critical technologies shaping the future of global economies, stressing that Nigeria must play an active role in harnessing these innovations rather than merely consuming them.
“We choose to lead, we choose to innovate, we choose to collaborate, and we choose to build,” Adeyanju declared.
He said Galaxy Backbone’s next phase of growth would focus on maximising the value of existing digital infrastructure, expanding access, supporting sub-national governments and businesses, and creating opportunities for more Nigerians to participate in the digital economy.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, Galaxy Backbone will host its inaugural Digital Transformation Summit under the theme “Powering Nigeria’s Digital Future”, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, academics, development partners, technology companies and innovators to explore how digital technologies can accelerate economic growth, strengthen governance and improve lives.
Adeyanju also announced plans to unveil a refreshed corporate identity reflecting the organisation’s transition from a government infrastructure provider to a broader digital transformation enabler connecting governments, businesses and institutions through secure and innovative digital solutions.
He emphasised that partnerships would remain central to achieving Nigeria’s digital ambitions, noting that collaboration among government, industry, academia and development partners would be essential to unlocking the country’s full digital potential.
“Twenty years ago, Galaxy Backbone was founded on a vision. Today, the vision is alive and stronger than ever. The first 20 years were remarkable. The next 20 years will be transformational,” he said.
